Creative innovation in modern civil law
Message sent, papers served hen Carlos Calderon graduated from Cornell University Law School in 2012, he never imagined he’d eventually be serving divorce papers and subpoenas via Facebook in the midst of an ongoing pandemic. But challenging times call for creative solutions. In the years prior to and immediately following his time at Cornell, Calderon worked in government, where he gained exposure to public relations and an appreciation for the nuances, mediums and styles of communication. He then made his way to South Texas College of Law Houston as a clinical fellow, practicing family law while teaching classes, and he is now celebrating his five-year anniversary with South Texas. Calderon noticed that most of his students are absorbed by social media, and he relishes introducing them to alternative methods of service, particularly through Facebook. “It sparks a moment of commonality,” he said.
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Legal basis for service via Facebook
On Aug. 21, 2020, the Texas Supreme Court approved amendments to Rule 106 of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure outlining method of service. The new changes allow for electronic service in cases where documentation cannot be delivered physically through personal service or via mail. This means in Texas, 20
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During the pandemic, technology has become more important in legal services.
